Family in San Diego on Friday, October 16, 2026

37 events across 26 venues in San Diego County on Friday, October 16, 2026. Updated nightly from venue calendars and ticketing sites.

Afternoon 6

  5. 3:00 PM

    Paint n' Sip: Fingerpainting Fun!

    Cardiff-by-the-Sea Library · Cardiff-by-the-Sea

    At this painting session, kids can create a masterpiece with fingerpaints, and sip from one of their choices of juice boxes! Ages 3-12; please be sure that your child is in clothing that will be allowed to get messy. No sign-up is required, but supplies will be limited. This…

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Morning 15

  2. 10:00 AM

    Tots and Blocks

    San Marcos Library · San Marcos

    Bring your little ones for play time at the library! Children 0-5 and their caregivers are encouraged to play with the toys provided by the library. *Toys only available during Tots and Blocks. This program is generously sponsored by the San Marcos Friends of the Library.

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  3. 10:30 AM

    Baby Storytime

    Imperial Beach Library · Imperial Beach

    Enjoy songs, fingerplays and short stories for your littlest ones. Geared for pre-walkers 0-18 months and their caregivers. Followed by play time, with age appropriate toys for babies 0-18 months.

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  5. 10:30 AM

    Dance Party

    Solana Beach Library · Solana Beach

    Join us for a fun dance party in the Children's area. All children are welcome. For toddlers 18 months - 3 years old. Together let's shake our sillies, row the boat, and more!

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  6. 10:30 AM

    Preschool Storytime

    Santee Library · Santee

    Join us for stories, songs, playtime and fun in the library! Preschool storytime focuses on building early reading skills, learning to follow directions, and enjoying social time. Geared towards ages 3-5.

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  9. 10:30 AM

    Baby Storytime

    Alpine Library · Alpine

    Babies experience the sounds and structure of language through rhythm, rhyme, and repetition. Plan on a fifteen-minute program with time for baby and caregiver socializing afterwards. Geared toward pre-walkers.

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  12. 10:30 AM

    Storytime!

    San Diego County Library · Other / unknown

    Join us for fun storytime morning for all ages with stories, movement, and songs at The Busy Bee! *Please note, while Storytime provided by the Fallbrook Library is free and does not require paid admission to The Busy Bee, playtime is not included and is subject to Busy Bee…

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Ongoing / On view 15

  2. On view · through Thu, Dec 31

    ALL-NEW Shark Encounter

    Venue not listed · San Diego

    A brand-new Shark Encounter exhibit or experience has opened at a San Diego attraction and is available through December 31, 2026. No additional details are provided beyond the title and dates.

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  3. On view · through Thu, Dec 31

    ALL-NEW Shark Encounter

    San Diego · San Diego

    A brand-new shark encounter experience at a San Diego attraction, running through the end of 2026. Details beyond the title and dates are not provided on this page.

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  4. On view · through Thu, Dec 31

    Candy Land Cafe!

    Venue not listed · San Diego

    An event or pop-up experience themed around the classic Candy Land board game, running through the end of 2026. No venue or further details are given on this listing page.

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  12. On view · Thu, Oct 1 – Sat, Oct 31

    October Videogaming at Crest

    Crest Library · El Cajon

    It's not just books at the library: Crest has videogames for patrons to enjoy, too! Visit Crest during its open hours and ask the front desk staff for access to the original Xbox One or Nintendo Switch. Please be mindful of others who also want a turn!

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  13. On view · Thu, Oct 1 – Sat, Oct 31

    October Scavenger Hunt

    Crest Library · El Cajon

    Find all 9 pictures hiding in the Crest library and claim a prize! Youngsters, kids, teens, and families are encouraged to visit the library to find them all! Scavenger hunt images will change monthly with different themes and hiding places.

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  15. On view · Thu, Oct 15 – Sat, Nov 7

    Ofrendas Communitarias │Community Ofrendas

    Vista Library · Vista

    Community Altars: The community is invited to reserve a 2'x2' space to build an altar. 10 cubbies available, speak to staff to reserve. For public health and safety reasons, please no food items or lit candles. Installations begin Oct. 15th. All materials must be picked up by…

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